U.S. President Barack Obama has forwarded a stern message to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanding that Israel not surprise Washington with an Israeli air attack against Iran's nuclear facilities. The message was conveyed by a top American official who met with Netanyahu, ministers and other senior Israeli officials, Haaretz reported on Thursday.

The message from the American envoy to Israel reveals American concern that Israel is close to attack Iran. Obama is expected to meet Netanyahu at the White House next Monday.